Caregiver

Sevita; DeWitt (IA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 26,863; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits for full-time employees

Paid training

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Sevita is seeking a part-time Life Skills Trainer / Caregiver in DeWitt, Iowa. This role involves providing training and assistance to individuals receiving care. Pay ranges from $16.00 to $19.50 per hour, depending on experience. Responsibilities include facilitating daily activities and promoting community involvement.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED and some experience in the human services field. Strengths in communication, organization, and compassion are essential.

Join us and make a difference in someone’s life every day!

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Six months to one year of experience in the human services field.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide training and supervision to individuals receiving care.
• Assist with daily activities like meal preparation and personal hygiene.
• Support community involvement by providing transportation.

Skills

Experience in human services

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans.

Life Skills Trainer / Caregiver

24 hours/week – Part-time position available.

Shift: Days (7 am – 3 pm).

Pay: $16.00 – $19.50 per hour, depending on experience.

Would you like to make a difference every day in someone’s life? In this role, you will carry out rewarding work and play a crucial role in the success of our organization.

• Provide training, assistance, and supervision to individuals receiving care in the areas of living skills, therapeutic recreation, and other forms of assistance in both residential and community settings.
• Assist with daily activities such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, and medication administration.
• Facilitate the working relationships between employers and individuals served, and support community involvement by accompanying them on outings, or providing transportation to work or other activities.
• Work closely with our clinical staff to support the therapeutic and behavioral plans in place.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Six months to one year of experience in the human services field.
• Valid driver’s license from state of residence.
• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• Successful clearance of background checks.
• A caring attitude with a dedication to assisting others.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication skills.
• A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach.
• A commitment to quality in everything you do.

Whether you have previous experience in a role like this, or this just sounds like the type of impact you want to make, we want to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

• Full, part-time, and as-needed schedules available.
• Paid time off and health benefits for full-time employees.
• Paid training, holiday pay, mileage reimbursement.
• Career development and advancement opportunities.
• Work with some of the best co-workers you could ask for and see your impact on the lives of those individuals we serve.
• A dynamic work environment where no day is ever the same as the next.
• Since our funding comes from federal and state payers, we offer stability and secure work opportunities.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.